Box Office: Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight set for IMAX re-release in May; Revisit its initial theatrical run HERE

Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight is returning to IMAX in May 2025. As fans gear up for the re-release, revisit the film’s groundbreaking box office run and its lasting impact on cinema.

Written by Seema Sinha , Entertainment Journalist

Published on Mar 13, 2025 | 05:01 PM IST | 8.3K

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Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight is set to return to IMAX on May 23, 2025, giving fans an opportunity to experience the most legendary superhero vs. villain battle of all time on the big screen once again. However, it remains unclear whether this re-release will be global or exclusive to the United States.

The news has sparked mixed reactions from netizens. A scan through the comments below a post confirming the news reveals that while a good number of fans are excited about the film’s re-release, some question whether it will have much impact if the distribution is limited and short-term. Many recalled Nolan’s Interstellar re-release, which had a scarce display. making little difference in the long run. Some even speculate that Warner Bros. is using the re-release to restore interest in the Joker brand after the lukewarm response to Joker: Folie à Deux.

Directed by Nolan, The Dark Knight first hit theaters in 2008. It serves as the second installment in The Dark Knight Trilogy, following 2005’s Batman Begins. The film follows the Caped Crusader (Christian Bale) as he teams up with police lieutenant James Gordon (Gary Oldman) and district attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart) to take down Gotham’s organized crime syndicates. However, their efforts fall short in the wake of chaos instigated by the Joker, played by Heath Ledger. The ensemble cast also includes Michael Caine, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Morgan Freeman, and more.

The Dark Knight was a critical and commercial triumph upon release. It became the first superhero film to surpass USD 1 billion at the box office, grossing USD 533.3 million domestically and USD 470.5 million internationally for a total of USD 1.003 billion. Ledger’s portrayal of the Joker earned him a posthumous Best Supporting Actor Oscar. The film’s influence on the superhero genre endures, courtesy of its gritty tone and realistic storytelling, setting a new benchmark for comic book adaptations.

With its IMAX return, The Dark Knight offers audiences a fresh chance to experience another one of Nolan’s masterpieces. Whether this is a celebration of the film’s legacy or a strategic move on the studio’s part, fans are in for a treat.

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